Definition

A person whose job is to collect and dispose of waste or garbage from bins.

Example

The binman came early in the morning to empty the trash cans.

Conversation

Did you see the binman picking up our trash this morning?

Yeah, I noticed he was really quick today!

I wonder how early he starts his rounds as a binman.

Probably before most people are even awake!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Binman → The word is formed from "bin" (from Old English "binne", meaning a container or receptacle) and "man" (from Old English "mann", meaning a person). A binman is a person who collects or manages waste in bins.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'bin' as a container for waste and 'man' as a person who takes care of it — that's why a binman is someone who manages waste.

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